Castagna Aqua Santa NV 500ml

The Castagna Aqua Santa NV is a rare and distinctive fortified dessert wine from Beechworth, crafted with the same biodynamic philosophy and minimal-intervention approach that defines Castagna. Rich, complex, and deeply expressive, Aqua Santa offers a uniquely Australian interpretation of a traditional fortified style, balancing sweetness, freshness, and savoury depth.

Produced in small quantities from carefully selected fruit grown on Castagna’s granite-rich Beechworth vineyards, Aqua Santa is made through a slow and patient process designed to build concentration and complexity. The non-vintage blend allows multiple components and older material to contribute depth, texture, and layered maturity.

The wine opens with intense aromas of dried apricot, fig, marmalade, orange peel, and honey, intertwined with notes of roasted nuts, spice, caramel, and subtle oxidative complexity. The palate is luscious yet finely balanced, combining rich sweetness with vibrant acidity and savoury nuance. Layers of dried fruit, toffee, citrus preserve, and spice unfold through a long, warming, and persistent finish.

Despite its richness, Aqua Santa maintains remarkable freshness and structure, making it an outstanding partner for blue cheese, nut-based desserts, dark chocolate, or contemplative after-dinner drinking.

Once opened, the wine remains stable for an extended period when stored correctly, further highlighting its versatility and complexity.

A rare and characterful Australian fortified wine for collectors and lovers of complex, artisanal dessert styles.